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Köln Hbf to Bern trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Köln Hbf and Bern takes 5h 57m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Köln Hbf to Bern. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 57m
Duration
593 km
Distance
CHF 161
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43 / ...
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Berntrain train Ic6 / ...
5h 20m
CHF 116–215

Köln Hbf to Bern train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Köln Hbf and Bern. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Köln Hbf is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Bern at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 593.2 km
  • Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Köln Hbf, Germany and Bern, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Bern via Basel SBB in around 5h 20m.

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